Legal Officer – Job Ref: HR-LO-07-13
Reporting to the Head of Legal, the holder will be responsible for:
• Reviewing and vetting demand letters, statutory notices, pleadings, affidavits and other relevant litigation documents
• Drafting and reviewing templates, standard forms, service level agreements, contracts, security documents and other relevant documents;
• Providing guidance on the Bank’s Litigation matters;
• Liaising with the Bank's Legal service providers and ensuring external legal activities in regard to litigation and recoveries are coordinated and effectively;
• Undertaking legal research and writing legal opinions on case law affecting the operations of the Bank;
• Reviewing legislation;
• Managing litigation records and regular review of litigation matters;
• Collating evidence and documentation in regard to litigation; as well as preparation of witness statements; and
• Assisting the Head of Legal with other assigned duties.
Knowledge and Skills:
• Have a law degree from a recognized University and current practicing certificate;
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience preferably in a reputable law firm acting for banks/financial institutions;
• Have litigation experience and particularly in debt collection and recoveries, employment matters, and general commercial and civil litigation
• Have some basic experience in conveyancing and commercial practice;
• Have knowledge of the workings of the Court Registries; and
• Should have excellent organizational skills and analytical & computer skills.
If you believe you are the right candidate for any of the roles, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts, quoting the reference number to reach us on or before July 12th 2013. All applicants should be in soft and through the following link indicated below.
Or to recruitment@gulfafricanbank.com
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